BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VEDC - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:VEDC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vedc.chimento.co X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VEDC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181218T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072444 CREATED:20181120T172006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T183451Z UID:11367-1545156000-1545163200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Celebrate the Holidays with the Restaurant Resource Council DESCRIPTION:Join the Restaurant Resource Council for a celebratory holiday potluck. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/celebrate-the-holidays-with-the-restaurant-resource-council LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-18-Restaurant-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181218T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072444 CREATED:20181120T172001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T183451Z UID:11365-1545156000-1545163200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:HBN Toastmasters Español-Bilingual DESCRIPTION:¡Adquiera Confianza en sí mismo y mejore sus habilidades de Comunicación!\nEn las reuniones de HBN Toastmasters usted aprenderá como llegar a ser un orador eficaz\, obtendrá evaluaciones constructivas de sus discursos\, aprenderá como hablar de pie frente al público y se relacionará con profesionales y gente de negocios. Las reuniones son bilingues. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hbn-toastmasters-espanol-bilingual-6 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Public-1-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181217T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181217T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072444 CREATED:20181118T164944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T183335Z UID:11349-1545067800-1545075000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Financial Projections DESCRIPTION:This course will discuss: the importance of record keeping\, assumptions for the projection\, financial statements (including income statements\, balance sheets\, and cash flow statements)\, spreadsheets\, and tips for success. Find out how understanding these forms can help you manage your business more efficiently. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/financial-projections-6 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-17-Financial-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181217T163000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072444 CREATED:20181117T164826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T183334Z UID:11343-1545040800-1545064200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:ServSafe Manager Food Safety Training DESCRIPTION:All health departments in the state of California require managers and supervisors to have an ANSI-certified Food Safety Manager on the premises of a restaurant. This class will prepare you for the test (4.5 hours) and will include the exam (1.5 hours). Enroll in advance to receive the study guide. Participants who study the guide before class have the most success. It is necessary to bring a current picture ID. If not present\, you will be turned away. Donuts and coffee will be provided. A half-hour lunch hour will be provided. To only take the exam\, report at 2:00 pm. A fee is required. For questions\, call 818-300-3098. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/servsafe-manager-food-safety-training-12 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-17-Serv-Safe.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181213T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072444 CREATED:20181207T040438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T042028Z UID:11513-1544722200-1544729400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Doing Social Media Right DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn how to choose the right social media networks to market your business and how they differ from each other. After learning how each of them work you will learn how to create content for them that will engage\, nurture\, and sell to your audience\, converting them into customers.      Many people say it doesn’t hurt to ask when it comes to asking for the sale. They are completely wrong. It can hurt to ask for the sale if it’s too soon. That’s why you will learn some proper online selling techniques that you can use to convert the right people into paying customers. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/doing-social-media-right-2 LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/social-media-1453843__340.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181213T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181116T164857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T181844Z UID:11334-1544722200-1544729400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Taxes DESCRIPTION:This session will cover a wide range of state and federal tax issues that confront small businesses. Attendees will learn how different types of business entities are taxed (sole proprietorship\, partnership\, “C” Corporation\, or “S” Corporation)\, and the tax consequences of classifying workers as employees or independent contractors. The presentation will also review specific tax and filing requirements imposed by California and the federal government\, and how small businesses can comply. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/taxes LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Payroll & Taxes,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-13-Taxes.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181213T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181115T163334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T181843Z UID:11325-1544720400-1544727600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Funding for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in a loan for your business but don’t know where to start? This workshop will guide you through the process. We will cover your different loan options\, loan requirements\, and insider tips on how to present a successful loan application. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/funding-for-small-businesses-2 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-13-Funding.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181211T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181211T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181114T163435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T181944Z UID:11318-1544547600-1544558400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business Part IV of IV DESCRIPTION:Outline your business plan from the executive summary to financials and assembling your toolkit. We will go over the steps it will take to sustain your business. This is a guided business plan for the first-time CEO. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iv-of-iv-6 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-11-Business-plan-IV-of-IV.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181210T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181111T161927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T181926Z UID:11289-1544463000-1544470200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Quickbooks for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION:Learn how to track\, organize\, and manage your business with QuickBooks. The class teaches QuickBooks fundamentals for beginners and for advanced users who need a refresher on the basics. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/quickbooks-for-small-businesses-5 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/12-10-quickbooks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181110T160334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T181914Z UID:11280-1544122800-1544130000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters DESCRIPTION:Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so\, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Learn how Toastmasters has changed the lives of member. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-14 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Public-Speaking-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181109T155351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T181912Z UID:11270-1544117400-1544124600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Mujeres Empresarias: Una Promesa Social – Toda Empresa Debe tener una DESCRIPTION:Mujeres Empresarias Tiene tu empresa una promesa social de devolverle una porción de cada venta o servicio a la comunidad? Ven y aprende como esto atrae nuevos clientes y como dando parte de tus ganancias ayuda a otros. Tendremos invitados como la organización “ Dress for Success” quienes le ayudan a mujeres sin empleo a actualizar su resume\, practica preguntas que le pueden hacer en entrevistas de trabajo y les donan ropa. Tu puedes ser ese factor de cambio\, trae una donación de dinero o de ropa de vestir para trabajar\, Dress for Success es una organización sin fines de lujo. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/mujeres-empresarias-una-promesa-social-toda-empresa-debe-tener-una LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Mujeres-12-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181108T154842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T182106Z UID:11260-1544031000-1544038200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Licenses and Permits DESCRIPTION:This class will help you learn about business structures and the required licenses and permits your business may need. You will also learn how to complete applications for various licenses and other legal documents for your business. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/licenses-and-permits-10 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/License-and-permits-12-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181108T154839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T182106Z UID:11258-1544004000-1544011200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:CEO Corner: Leading Through Challenging Times DESCRIPTION:Challenges are part of running a business and it is the role of the CEO to not only help the organization navigate through them but to learn from them. In this workshop\, you will learn how to lead through challenges\, imagine challenges before they happen\, and decide whether to stay the course or make a radical change. Location: 4954 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA 91403 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/ceo-corner-leading-through-challenging-times LOCATION:PARS Equality Center\, 4954 Van Nuys Blvd\, #201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91423\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/CEO-12-5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181204T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181107T154945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T181916Z UID:11237-1543944600-1543951800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council: How to be an Outstanding Restaurant Manager DESCRIPTION:You will learn the following:\n• Selecting your team\n• How to create a strong management team\n• How to prevent your employees from running the show URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-how-to-be-an-outstanding-restaurant-manager LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/manager-12-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181204T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181107T154940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T181914Z UID:11235-1543942800-1543953600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business Part III of IV DESCRIPTION:Determining your costs and defining your product’s price is an important step in establishing your business. We will go over company basics\, starting with the legal structure that all companies need to have\, including registering your company\, and a checklist for getting ready to launch your business. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-iii-of-iv-6 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/business-Plan-12-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181129T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181129T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181027T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T174857Z UID:11142-1543518000-1543525200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters DESCRIPTION:Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so\, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Learn how Toastmasters has changed the lives of member. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-13 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/11-29-podcast-3696504_1920.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181129T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181129T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181129T025937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T025937Z UID:11422-1543512600-1543519800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Licenses & Permits DESCRIPTION:This class will help you learn about business structures and the required licenses and permits your business may need. You will also learn how to complete applications for various licenses and other legal documents for your business. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/licenses-permits-4 LOCATION:BusinessSource Center West Valley\, 18645 Sherman Way #114\, Reseda\, CA\, 91335\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Top Courses,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/20180425-BSC-WV-Licenses-Permits.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center West Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181129T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181129T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181027T153747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T025936Z UID:11145-1543482000-1543489200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Taller de Branding 101 DESCRIPTION:Aprenda como crear una marca (o identidad corporativa) efectiva para su negocio que te dara ventaja en un mercado cada vez mas competitivo. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/taller-de-branding-101 LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur Training Program,Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/business-girl.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181127T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181127T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181027T153638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T173421Z UID:11141-1543341600-1543348800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:HBN Toastmasters Español-Bilingual DESCRIPTION:¡Adquiera Confianza en sí mismo y mejore sus habilidades de Comunicación!\nEn las reuniones de HBN Toastmasters usted aprenderá como llegar a ser un orador eficaz\, obtendrá evaluaciones constructivas de sus discursos\, aprenderá como hablar de pie frente al público y se relacionará con profesionales y gente de negocios. Las reuniones son bilingues. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/hbn-toastmasters-espanol-bilingual-5 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/microphone-298587_1920.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181027T153637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T171953Z UID:11139-1542736800-1542744000@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Restaurant Resource Council Meetup: Snap It! Instagram Marketing DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use this powerful marketing tool to build and expand your business:\n• What makes as great post\n• How to make posts that go viral URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/restaurant-resource-council-meetup-snap-it-instagram-marketing LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Social Media,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/instagram-marketing.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T173000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181027T153630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181117T164827Z UID:11133-1542459600-1542475800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:4th Fashion Entrepreneur Expo DESCRIPTION:Fashionistas! \nWe invite everyone to take advantage of the pre- black Friday expo to shop for the latest fashion trends and meet our community business owners in the fashion industry. Great place to come and network with industry professionals. \nGet up close with the new trends and industry insider tips-and-tricks from our panel of Successful guest speakers. \nTickets are FREE. \nPlease contact us for: volunteers\, vendor & sponsor opportunities! URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/4th-fashion-entrepreneur-expo LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Expo,Fashion Committee,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/woman-3190852_1920.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181026T150528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T163325Z UID:11120-1542308400-1542315600@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Toastmasters DESCRIPTION:Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so\, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Learn how Toastmasters has changed the lives of member. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/toastmasters-12 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,ToastMasters,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/toastmaster-microphone-1674903_1280.png ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181026T150525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T163323Z UID:11118-1542301200-1542308400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Access to Capital DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in a loan for your business but don’t know where to start? This workshop will guide you through the process. We will cover your different loan options\, loan requirements\, and insider tips on how to present a successful loan application. Location: 4954 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA 91403 URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/access-to-capital-8 LOCATION:PARS Equality Center\, 4954 Van Nuys Blvd\, #201\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91423\, United States CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Access-to-capital.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181026T150523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181114T163427Z UID:11116-1542216600-1542223800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Learn How To Grow Your Business On Instagram DESCRIPTION:Instagram is a powerful and fun social tool that allows you to market your business to hundreds of new customers every day! There are over 1 Billion Instagram users\, and learning simple strategies to gain targeted followers can significantly increase your businesses revenue. \nInstagram is a simple & effective way to connect to new customers: \n\nCreate an attractive\, powerful and professional Instagram business profile\nConnect with 500+ targeted users every day on Instagram\nBuild strong trustworthy relationships with your Instagram followers\nUse the proven marketing skills and the follower funnel technique to convert followers to paying customers\nKeep up with all the new features Instagram are continuously implementing to grow your business and account URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/learn-how-to-grow-your-business-on-instagram LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Social Media,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/instagram-11.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181015T143110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181027T153746Z UID:11013-1542186000-1542193200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:How to Start your Food Truck Business DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about starting your own food truck business? In this class we’ll dive into everything you need to know to get your business rolling! Learn what permits are needed\, whether buying or renting a food truck is best option for you\, what your start -up costs will be\, and the tools you’ll need to sustain a successful food truck business. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/how-to-start-your-food-truck-business LOCATION:BusinessSource Center North Valley\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FoodTruck-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="BusinessSource Center North Valley":MAILTO:info@bscvalley.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181025T145019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T161948Z UID:11107-1542130200-1542137400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Expanding your E-commerce Business DESCRIPTION:Explore new and creative ways to grow your audience\, build your brand\, and increase your sales. Relevant for those who currently have an online business or looking to get started. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/expanding-your-e-commerce-business LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/12-13-E-commerce.png ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181015T142352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T161948Z UID:11010-1542128400-1542139200@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Guided Business Plans for a Small Business Part I of IV DESCRIPTION:This is the first of four workshops on building your business plan. In this class\, we go over your business’s purpose\, establishing why your business stands out\, and determining your ideal client. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/guided-business-plans-for-a-small-business-part-i-of-iv-9 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Business Plan,Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/business-plan-2061633_1920-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T163000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181024T144852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181110T160325Z UID:11088-1541844000-1541867400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Notary Public DESCRIPTION:This California-state approved course will provide the knowledge required to pass the Notary Public Examination. \nParticipants who complete this course will receive the Proof of Completion certificate which is required for admission to the Secretary of State Notary Public Examination… \nInstructor: Professor Patrice Jones \nPARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER \nRegister at www.innovationscourses.com URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/notary-public-4 LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Notary-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181109T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181109T143000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181015T142348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181109T155333Z UID:11007-1541752200-1541773800@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:2018 National Veterans Small Business Week Celebration DESCRIPTION:VEDC and the Valley Economic Alliance present\nNational Veteran Small Business Week Celebration\nSponsored by Travelers\nAn all-day event at the Pacoima Entrepreneur Center \nFrom 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM\, support veteran entrepreneurship in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley\, and learn more about access to capital from local and national experts\, building a business plan with guided help\, and more. Free breakfast and lunch provided. \nAgenda (subject to change) \n\n8:30 – 10:30 AM: Resource Info Tables\, Breakfast & Networking\, Pledge of Allegiance with Color Guard\, and Veteran’s Recognition presentation.\n10:30 – 11:30 AM: Access to Capital Panel\, hosted by Travelers\, Bank of America\, SBA\, and VEDC.\n11:30 AM – 2:30 PM: Guided Business Plan Workshop & Lunch sponsored by Travelers\n\nFree pre-registration. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/2018-national-veterans-small-business-week-celebration-2 LOCATION:Pacoima Entrepreneur Center\, 13420 Van Nuys Blvd.\, #121\, Pacoima\, CA\, 91331\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Travelers Small Business Risk Education Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Veterans-Pix-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181108T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181108T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T072445 CREATED:20181015T142344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T154834Z UID:11004-1541698200-1541705400@vedc.chimento.co SUMMARY:Mujeres Empresarias– Ya abrieron Sus Negocios!! DESCRIPTION:Ven y Escucha la historia de Mujeres Empresarias que han logrado abrir sus negocios y nos cuentan como lo hicieron.  Que trabas han tenido y como las han superado. Que las hace seguir desarrollando su negocio.  Como el WBC les ha ayudado con su negocio y que le recomiendan a todas las mujeres que tienen una idea.  Inscríbete hoy mismo\, el evento es gratuito. URL:https://vedc.chimento.co/event/mujeres-empresarias-ya-abrieron-sus-negocios LOCATION:VEDC Women’s Business Center\, 5121 Van Nuys Blvd.\, Suite 300A\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vedc.chimento.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Mujeres-empresarias-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VEDC Women’%3Bs Business Center":MAILTO:info@vedc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR